This position is responsible for maintaining and enhancing the District's cyber security posture and processes. The position serves as MPS's lead resource for systems security design and implementation, responds to security incidents, and coordinates the work of technology security staff and operations.
The salary range is $72,584 - 104,543 (12 months/260 days)
This position may allow for a hybrid remote work schedule (work from home for a portion of the workweek) within the state of Wisconsin.
How To Apply
Administrative applications for the following position are being accepted by the Office of Human Resources no later than Sunday, April 28, 2024. A current resume must be attached to the completed application (if you are unable to electronically attach these documents, you must notify human resources that you are sending hard copies which must be received on or before the deadline date listed above). Caution: When attaching documents to the application, be sure the documents are legible. If the documents cannot be read, your application may be disqualified from consideration. If you are selected for the next stage of the interview process, you will be asked to request three, electronic professional references. Appointment is subject to a criminal background check, a drug/alcohol test and credential verification. Non MPS employees must submit official transcripts confirming Degrees. No applications will be accepted after the deadline date and time. APPLY ONLINE FOR JOB OPENING #1026841 at www.mpsmke.com/jobs > Careers > Join Our Team > Apply Online for Admin/Supervisor Positions and follow the link.
Other Information
As of November 1, 2021, all MPS employees are required to be fully vaccinated. The health and safety of our staff and students is our number one priority. That's why all offers of employment are contingent on the candidate showing proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (currently one dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine or two doses of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine) to pass the pre-employment requirements. Individuals with medical issues or sincerely held religious beliefs that prevent them from getting the vaccine may request an accommodation from the vaccine requirement.
Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in computer science, software engineering, information systems, or a related field from an accredited college or university, or equivalent work experience.
• Three years of experience in systems or network administration, software engineering, and enterprise security management performing duties related to this position.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may also be considered.
• Cybersecurity certifications such as GSEC desired.
• Ability to write technical specifications, operational and end user documentation.
• Familiarity with security tools (SIEM, Endpoint protection, Forensics, Firewalls, Vulnerability Scanners, Penetration Testing, etc.).
• Familiarity with mobile device management tools such as SCCM, Intune, Google Workspace, JAMF, Mosyle, or similar.
• Ability to identify relevant projects and tasks and delegate assignments as needed.
• Ability and motivation to learn new technologies quickly and with minimal support and guidance.
• Ability to work occasional evenings or weekends to support planned and unplanned outages and upgrades.
• Strong analytical abilities and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of vendors and staff.
• Must be able to meet multiple deadlines set with varying deadlines.
• A combination of education and experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Oversees security functions of systems hardware, software, and related infrastructure, including, but not exclusive to the following systems: physical and virtual Windows servers, WMware, and Linux based servers, Cisco network switches and routers, Active Directory including group policy, Palo Alto firewalls, content filtering, and cloud systems such as Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, AWS, and Microsoft Azure.
• Responsible for security at the network, sever and application level on all desktop and mobile computing platforms including Windows, Linux, Chrome OS, Android, and iOS.
• Provides guidance on design, implementation, administration, and enforcement of information security controls to application systems and tools, including network security and monitoring, intrusion prevention, intrusion and endpoint detection and response, virus protection, and identity and access management.
• Reviews and enforces systems access under the principle of least privilege (PoLP) .
• Provides Tier 2 support for District account creation and modifications including troubleshooting of directory services, batch processing of user accounts and importing account information from source systems.
• Develops and implements security measures to safeguard files and data against accidental or unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure.
• Coordinates the work of technology security staff, operations, and processes.
• Coordinates implementation of vendor-issued security patches for network, server and software applications.
• Maintains comprehensive knowledge of the current cyber threat landscape, cyber security product categories and their application, and available and emerging technologies.
• Develops best practices for organizational security by leading the District's cyber awareness program.
• Performs annual penetration testing of the District network systems and coordinates vulnerability remediation.
• Performs regular security monitoring to identify any possible intrusions.
• Investigates, troubleshoots, and responds to all security-related incidents.
• Assists with internal and external audits.
• Attends meetings to provide technical expertise and project updates.
• Creates, verifies, and maintains documentation of assigned information systems.
• Assists with developing and maintaining the district's Disaster Recovery Plan.
• Participates in systems on-call rotation.
• Actively supports the MPS Strategic Plan.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Equal Employment Opportunity
The Milwaukee Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs, activities, facilities, employment, or educational opportunities on the basis of a person's sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or disability. Reasonable accommodations requested by qualified individuals with disabilities will be made in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.
In accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, every applicant for a position with Milwaukee Public Schools will be subject to the open records law. Any applicant not wishing to have his/her identity released, must submit a written statement to that effect to the Office of Human Resources. The identities of all "final candidates" may be released. Milwaukee Public Schools reserves the right to interview the best qualified candidates.